You will have seen the uniform list that is part of the welcome brochure and can be found here. It will be your responsibility to label your belongings and keep them safe. We strongly recommend that you leave all valuable items at home unless needed for your studies.
Students should be aware that the British electricity system is 230 volts, and that the college wiring system requires that British Standard three pin fused plugs are used at all times. Travel adaptors are not to be used. Where possible all electrical equipment used should be CE and/or BS kitemarked and be fit for purpose.
For laptops and mobile phones, students should contact the manufacturer directly to request a lead/charger that is compatible with British standards. Electrical adapters must also conform to British standards. Students must not purchase cheaper alternative extension leads and chargers online. Any electrical items, adapters and leads that are deemed not safe for use in the UK will be confiscated by the housemaster and returned to you when you leave.
For smaller items such as hairdryers and straighteners it is recommended that these are purchased on arrival in the UK; however, if this is not possible, the items should be compatible with British standards. Rice cookers, portable cooking equipment and kettles are NOT to be brought into the college. Additional heaters, if required, can be provided by the college. No electrical fairy/Christmas lights are to be used. The college tests all electrical appliances on an annual basis and reserves the right to prohibit the use of non-compliant items.
